Cream of Broccoli Soup Recipe

Homemade cream of broccoli soup is a family favorite! Velvety soup that is healthy, rich and simple and filled with flavor and topped with bacon and cheese.

Cream of Broccoli Cheese Soup

After a busy day, the last thing I want to do is think about what’s for dinner. I try to meal plan to make things easier, but sometimes even then, I just want to do something simple like soup. We have been long-time fans of Broccoli Cheese Soup and have been wanting to try a cream of broccoli cheese soup.

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This broccoli soup is loaded with healthy green broccoli but also has a creamy texture that your family will devour. Did I mention it can be made in under 30 minutes? That’s my kind of recipe.

This soup is delicious just in a bowl and eaten on it’s own, but you could take it to the next level but serving it in bread bowls. Are bread bowls the best invention ever? I think so. I promise this soup will be on rotation all fall/winter long!

How to Puree Broccoli for Soup

Pureeing broccoli for soup is easier than it looks. Begin by sautéing the garlic and celery in butter on a stovetop until tender. Add 8 cups of broccoli florets and the broth.

Cover this mixture and let simmer for 15 minutes. While the broccoli is simmering, melt 3 tablespoons of butter on low heat in a small saucepan. Stir in the flour, add the milk, and stir until thick and bubbly.

Take the broccoli/broth mixture and pour into a blender in batches. Pulse for a few seconds and then blend until smooth. You can use any kind of blender, a food processor, or an immersion blender. Any of those will work perfectly for blending this soup to perfection.

Once you have blended the soup, combine it with the flour mixture. Season with garlic salt and pepper. Then stir in some grated cheddar cheese (yum!!).

Can you use frozen broccoli? Yes, you can. We recommend fresh broccoli, but you will most likely need another cup of chicken broth AND a longer time to cook the frozen broccoli before pureeing.

Which toppings are best for cream of broccoli soup? Whatever you love best, but we love:

cheese

bacon

sour cream

croutons

Pour this delicious soup into bowls (or bread bowls!) and enjoy! It’s a great way to enjoy the flavors of broccoli cheese soup in a more creamy way!

My name is Kristyn and I’m the mom of SIX stinkin’ cute kids and the wife to my smokin’ hot hubby, Lo. My mom’s maiden name is Luna, and I’m one of the many crafty “Lil’ Lunas” in the fam. On this site I like to share all things creative – from recipes to home decor to gifts and home decor ideas. Welcome!